India, July 2 -- State-owned mining major NMDC has reported its highest-ever first-quarter iron ore production and sales since its inception, providing a strong start to FY27 and reinforcing its position as India's largest iron ore producer.

The company produced 15.10 million tonnes (MT) of iron ore during the April-June quarter of FY27, registering a 26 per cent year-on-year increase. Iron ore sales stood at 11.75 MT, up 2 per cent compared with the corresponding period last year, driven by sustained domestic demand and improved operational performance across its mining complexes in Chhattisgarh and Karnataka.

NMDC also recorded its best-ever June performance, producing 5.15 MT of iron ore and selling 3.98 MT. The June figures represen...